IHOP RESTAURANT 36-205
Watch the trajectory here. IHOP RESTAURANT 36-205 grades a C at 75/100 today, yet its recent DBPR record has been moving the wrong way.
Its most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 cited 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 8 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 24% of Lake County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.7 from 7,369 reviews.
Trend: declining · C (75/100)
Get directions Call (352) 243-4467
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- C (75/100)
- Violations
- 12 total — 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 8 basic
- Address
- 2589 S HIGHWAY 27, Clermont, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Breakfast restaurant, American restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Diner, Family restaurant, Lunch restaurant
- Price
- $
- Rating
- 4.7 stars (7369 reviews)
- Seats
- 179
- Phone
- (352) 243-4467
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
The recurring subject in this corpus is front-of-house, not the food in general. The staff tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars.
Of the 24 rated reviews, 24 sit at four stars or better and 0 at two or below. What nobody raises here is serving size — it goes unmentioned across all 24 reviews.
The kitchen graded a C (75/100) on 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 8 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. That result dates from February 23, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. That puts it ahead of 24% of graded kitchens in Lake County. What the inspector actually wrote up: handwashing and clean clothes.
The honest summary is that the evidence is mixed on both sides. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.
Our own analysis of 24 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Spinach and mushroom omelet...is the bomb!!!👍🏻👍🏻 Sarah is an excellent server!
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Came in on a whim and so happy I did , I was greeted by Avery! She helped us decide what to get and kept the coffee coming! She was extremely attentive and very friendly . Thank you Avery ! Thank you IHOP for delicious food!!!
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Avery was great!!
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Robert
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Love jenna !
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Atmosphere was amazing, everyone smiling, eating enjoying the day. Service and timing was spot on. Big thanks to my server Ana.
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Great service
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Del brings sunshine with her service! Have enjoyed her service many times. Food is always delicious, especially the pancakes!!
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Ana is great
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Lisa is always so pleasant and smiling. Every time my husband and I come in she always goes out of her way to say hi and remembers our orders without even asking. Would 100% recommend her as your server!
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Ana was amazing
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From the moment we walked in, everything was outstanding! The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and made for a perfect dining experience. Our server, Jenna, truly made the visit exceptional. She was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. Her positive attitude and excellent customer service made us feel genuinely welcomed. If you're looking for great food, a relaxing atmosphere, and top-notch service, this is definitely the place to visit. We'll absolutely be back, and we hope to have Jenna as our server again!
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First and most important Jenna....you are the best. Everythig was excelent.
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Del was fantastic! She got us seated soon as we walk in, took our order right away, and our food was out in great time. She is always so sweat when I go in.
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Ana was soooooo nice, I would come every day!!! Amazing service, very nice woman!!!
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Great Service , very clean , we ❤️ luv our Clermont IHOP.......Thanks Ana 🌞
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Robert
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Robert
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Lazeya was terrific!
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Great time
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I was seated very quickly and Avery was very attentive and polite,The wait for the food wasn’t long at all,The booth was very clean too.
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Jenna was friendly and warm
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Angel was super friendly and fast !
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Del is awesome
Overall Score
54 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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February 23, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 8 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
- 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails (×2)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
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September 10, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to IHOP RESTAURANT 36-205, by Florida DBPR grade:
- HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CLERMONT
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: February 23, 2026